2005 Citroen Picasso vs. 2012 Acura RDX
To start off, 2012 Acura RDX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Picasso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Picasso would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura RDX weights approximately 453 kg more than 2005 Citroen Picasso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen Picasso. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura RDX will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (205 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Picasso | 2012 Acura RDX | |
Make | Citroen | Acura |
Model | Picasso | RDX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1869 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |